Le Chateau Des Forges - Angers

Historic 4-star château hotel near Angers with heated pool, valley views, and a plant-themed park 19 minutes away

Accommodations & Amenities

Le Chateau Des Forges offers 14 uniquely decorated bedrooms within a historic 19th-century building. Each room in the château provides private bathrooms and views of the surrounding Saint Aubin valleys. The hotel maintains a heated outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas overlooking the wooded landscape.

Dining Experience

The on-site gourmet restaurant serves dishes built around local and organic ingredients, with a focus on seasonal produce. Guests can order from a snack menu in the evening that includes vegetarian options, with choices required by 4 PM to reduce food waste. The hotel promotes local biodynamic wines and also offers a breakfast buffet with freshly cooked eggs, pancakes, and local cheeses.

Wellness & Activities

Le Chateau Des Forges hosts on-site wellness workshops and beauty events open to all guests, covering topics like massage and relaxation techniques. The property provides bicycle rental for exploring the nearby Loire Valley trails, as well as a games room and board games. Walking tours through the château's wooded grounds lead to a cable ferry across the Mayenne River.

Location & Grounds

The château sits on extensive grounds with gardens, a sun terrace, and outdoor furniture, just 30 km from Angers-Loire Airport. Guests can walk to Terra Botanica, the largest plant-themed park in Europe, in 19 minutes, or drive 15 minutes to Angers fortress and the Apocalypse Tapestry. Parc du Lac de Maine leisure park and Angers-Capucins Golf Course are within 1 km of the hotel.

Business & Practical Amenities

The hotel provides exclusive meeting spaces equipped for up to 31 guests, with fax and photocopying services available on request. Free parking includes accessible spots and an electric vehicle charging station. Le Chateau Des Forges also offers a lift, soundproof rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and a concierge service for arranging taxis into Angers.

• Accommodations: 14 uniquely decorated rooms in a historic château
• Dining: Gourmet restaurant featuring local organic dishes
• Wellness: Heated pool with Saint Aubin valley views
• Activities: On-site bike rental & walking tours
• Location: 19-minute walk from Terra Botanica, Europe's largest plant-themed park
• Business: Meeting spaces for up to 31 guests